Psalm 16:6 The lines are fallen to me in pleasant places; yes, I have a goodly heritage. We may put this acknowledgment into the month of — I. AN INDULGED CHILD OF PROVIDENCE. There are many such; their cup runneth over. But let them remember their peril, which is that they should trust in uncertain riches, and make the creature a substitute for the Creator. The writer, some years ago, in a neighbouring city, received in the pulpit the following note, "The prayers of this congregation are earnestly desired for a man who is prospering in his worldly concerns." If he did this sincerely he did well, for such men need prayer. Yet these things are good in themselves, and show the bounty of God. What must that soul be who never owns, "The lines are fallen," etc. All cannot use this language, for all are not thus indulged. Yet more might and would did they but think how much brighter is their lot, though they murmur at it, than that of so many others. Let them look at this brighter side. II. AN INHABITANT ON THIS FAVOURED COUNTRY. It is natural for men to love their native country though it be but a poor one. But our lot — how favoured. III. A CHRISTIAN WITH REGARD TO HIS SPIRITUAL CONDITION. "The Lord is the portion of mine inheritance." God has made over Himself to His people with all He is and all He has — to pardon, to sanctify, to support, and to receive them to eternal glory. (William Jay.) Parallel Verses KJV: The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; yea, I have a goodly heritage.WEB: The lines have fallen to me in pleasant places. Yes, I have a good inheritance. |
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